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THE BATTLE OF ALBUERA 16 May 1811 – Preparations for the battle

THE BATTLE OF ALBUERA 16 May 1811 – Preparations for the battle

by Admin | Jun 23, 2025 | Iberian Peninsula

The meeting at Valverde de Leganes 14 May 1811 The meeting of Generals Beresford, Blake, Castanos and their staff at Valverde de Leganes on 14 May 1811 has barely been mentioned in many of the historical accounts of the Battle of Albuera; yet it was of historic...
The Connaught Rangers – Through Time and History

The Connaught Rangers – Through Time and History

by Marcus | Oct 8, 2021 | Connaught Rangers, Iberian Peninsula, Musings, Podcasts, Portugal

Now available here on the Galway Beo youtube channel. Click...
New Podcast: Redcoat History  – The 210th Anniversary of the Battle of Albuera

New Podcast: Redcoat History – The 210th Anniversary of the Battle of Albuera

by Marcus | May 6, 2021 | Iberian Peninsula, Portugal

On the 16th of May, Redcoat History will be releasing a special episode to mark the 210th anniversary of the Battle of Albuera – one of the bloodiest and most controversial battles of the war. Host Christian Parkinson will be joined by historians Mark Thompson...
The Portuguese contribution to the Allied victory in the Peninsular War 1808-1814

The Portuguese contribution to the Allied victory in the Peninsular War 1808-1814

by Marcus | Feb 6, 2021 | Iberian Peninsula, Musings

French and Spanish troops occupied Portugal in late 1807, following the departure of the Portuguese royal family for Brazil. General Junot, commander of the French forces, disbanded the Portuguese army. In 1808 Spain and Portugal rose against Napoleon’s rule. Great...

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